Waterfall Garden Park

Waterfall Garden Park is a privately owned public garden in Pioneer Square featuring a 22-foot waterfall that flows through natural granite boulders. The surroundings blend landscaped vegetation with water features and multiple seating areas for visitors.

The garden was established in 1978 as a memorial to James Casey, founder of United Parcel Service, on the original site of the UPS headquarters building. Its creation was part of an urban renewal effort in the Pioneer Square neighborhood.

The design draws from Japanese garden principles, with granite benches and movable seating arranged around water features and native Japanese plantings. Visitors find themselves in a water-focused setting that encourages quiet contemplation.

The park is open daily and sits in Pioneer Square, easily reached on foot with clear signage from the street. Visitors will find ample seating and the grounds are accessible for most people.

When created, this garden ranked among the most costly parks per square foot ever built in the nation. Such an investment in a small urban space remains uncommon for most American cities.

Location: Seattle

GPS coordinates: 47.60028,-122.33194

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:51